12 super actresses who would make a kickass Captain Marvel

Now that Marvel has announced its first female superhero movie, Captain Marvel, it's time to start wildly (and illogically) speculating who could play the powerful, smart and beautiful role of Carol Danvers.

Fans and critics alike are already voicing their opinions online about who are the contenders for the Air-Force-pilot-turned-superhero.

Some of these ladies may not be a serious contender for the Marvel mantle — but it's always nice to dream outside of the box.

One thing is for certain: Every lady up for the role will be 100% badass.

Dreamcasting Carol Danvers a.k.a. Captain Marvel

1. Katee Sackhoff

Sackoff is by far a fan favorite for Danvers. So much so that rumors are already starting to spread that she's in talks to play the role. After playing Starbuck in Battlestar Galactica it's no wonder why fans can see she's a perfect potential superhero.

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2. Natalie Dormer

Her smoldering stare and incredible acting chops got her on The Tudors and Game of Thrones. Dormer doesn't shy away from strong women -- and that's why she'd make a kickass Captain.

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3. Jessica Chastain

Chastain was an Oscar nominee for Zero Dark Thirty, making her a great choice for portraying an Air Force pilot/Marvel superhero. Plus, the actress has already expressed a desire to be in a superhero block buster.

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4. Jennifer Lawrence

It's a long shot since Lawrence is already a Marvel staple in the X-Men franchise, but that doesn't disqualify this superhero movie veteran. After all, Chris Evans played The Human Torch before he was Captain America, and Ryan Reynolds has played both Deadpool and The Green Lantern.

Plus her days as Katniss Everdeen will soon be wrapped up, so the timing odds are ever in her favor.

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5. Gwendoline Christie

Brienne of Tarth is quite the dark-horse pick, but think about it: she's strong, she's smart and she's womanly. Just like Danvers. She would tower over her enemies like a glorious, Greek goddess. Plus, Danvers has rocked that short, pixie cut before. Not every female superhero has to have long, Victoria's Secret model curls -- just saying.

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6. Kerry Washington

Not only is Kerry Washington putting out political fires on Scandal (all while keeping her white sweater dress absolutely spotless), she's smart, strong, and on fire right now. Perfect for Danvers.

While it's fair to say that Washington does not fit the original look of the comic book part, other superheroes have switched race in the past. Black Canary was African American in an alternate world. And if anyone knows about breaking down previous stereotypes, it's Carol Danvers -- just ask Mar-Vell.

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7. Katheryn Winnick

Winnick has made a name for herself as a a courageous Norse warrior in the History Channel series Vikings. She's relatively unknown (just like Chris Hemsworth before he became the god of thunder), and that's why fans are starting to love the idea of her taking the reigns as Captain Marvel.

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8. Margot Robbie

This breakout star of Wolf of Wall Street is at the perfect time in her career to take on a role like Captain Marvel -- not to mention she's practically the spitting image of Danvers.

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9. Yvonne Strahovski

After starring in Chuck, Strahovski has enjoyed some star status, especially in the nerd world. She's got the acting prowess and the commanding presence to fill Danvers' boots.

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10. Michelle Rodriguez

Michelle Rodriguez has lived fast and furious, which makes her a great non-traditional choice for an ex-Air Force pilot. Sure, Marvel will likely pick a blonde for Captain Marvel's first film series -- though Mockingbird went brunette in Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. -- but, honestly, who cares about hair color when you're saving the world?

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11. Emily Blunt

Blunt's performance in Edge of Tomorrow turned a lot of fans' heads when it came to her ability to shine in sci-fi and superhero movies. Movie goers might not say the same about Tom Cruise, but Blunt is a dream-casting favorite.

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12. Rosamund Pike

After Gone Girl fans and critics are being blown away by Pike's screen presence -- but who knows if she is interested in saving the world as Captain Marvel.

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